The most significant hazard associated with dimethyl ether is inhalation of vapors. In the case of skin contact, wash with soap and water. The average airborne concentration over a 15 minute period which should not be exceeded at any time during a. It is considered one of the most dangerous fire hazards commonly used in the lab due to its volatility and extremely low ignition temperature. Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether certified revision date 17jan2018 eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Wear protective equipment during handling, as applicable. It was formerly used as a general anesthetic, until nonflammable drugs were developed.
Diethyl ether, or simply ether, is an organic compound in the ether class with the formula c 2 h 5 2 o, sometimes abbreviated as et 2 o see pseudoelement symbols. Global product strategy gps safety summary diethyl ether. Ethyl ether can be an anesthetic, but you should be aware of diethyl ether hazards. Diethyl ether production process with various catalyst type. Quick start ether cylinder msds catalog service llc. Read all cautionary information on cylinder and use only in accordance with directions. When utilizing extraction solvents for liquidliquid extraction, two solvents must be used. Incompatible materials this product should be stored away from sources of strong heat or oxidizing chemicals.
It is a colorless, highly volatile flammable liquid. If medical advice is needed, have product container or. Skin contact wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Diethyl ether diethyl ether, or ch3ch2och2ch3, is a great solvent for many things, but is extremely flammable. It will not be expected to hydrolyze in water or soil. Sds of diethyl ether, safety data sheets, cas 60297. It is commonly used as a solvent in laboratories and as a starting fluid for some engines. Page 1 of 2 diethyl ether university of michiganflint.
It can be synthesized by the condensation of ethanol and dried over molecular sieves. Professional chemists will be well appraised of the hazards presented in using ether, but the layperson is less likely to be aware of these dangers. May explode when brought in contact with anhydrous nitric acid. Material balances design project manufacture of diethyl ether. Other uses for dee are as a starter fluid for diesel and gasoline engines, and as a. Diethyl ether vapors hug the ground, and in dry air explosive peroxides can form. Do not store cartridges in high or freezing temperatures. It is an important solvent in the production of cellulose acetate and other cellulosebased polymers. Diethyl ether was produced by ethanol with concentration of 95%. Hazardous decomposition products carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke section 11. Classification according to regulation ec no 12722008.
Diethyl ether msds material safety data sheet or sds, coa and coq, dossiers, brochures and other available documents. Diethyl sulfate occurs as a colorless, oily liquid that darkens with age and is practically insoluble with water. Safety data sheet according to 29cfr19101200 and ghs rev. Material balances design project manufacture of diethyl ether diethyl ether dee is a colorless, highly volatile, flammable liquid with a characteristic odor. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Ethyl ether will not significantly photooxidize via reaction with photochemically produced hydroxyl radicals in the water. Sigmaaldrich offers a variety of diethyl ether solvents to meet your research needs. Gps safety summary diethyl ether 17 august 2015 page 1 of 5 global product strategy gps safety summary. Ether, ethyl ether, ethyl oxide, diethyl oxide, ethyl ether inhibited intended use of the product solvent, chemical intermediate, starting fluid name, address, and telephone of the responsible party company osmium, llc 16300 ne 19th ave, ste 2 north miami beach, fl 33162 3059470108 manufacturer. Diethyl ether 400 1210 500 1520 twa time weighted average.
Material safety data sheet diisopropyl ether extrapure section 1 chemical product and company identification msds name. Conditions to avoid avoid contact with heat and ignition sources. Identification of the substancemixture and of the companyundertaking 1. California prop 65 california no significant risk level. This fact sheet is a summary source of information of all potential and most. This gps safety summary s a highi level summary intended to provide the general public with an overview of product safety information on this chemical substance. State diethyl etherd10 is not present on state lists from ca, pa, mn, ma, fl, or nj. Cas number, unna number, dot hazard label, uscg chris code.
Sigmaaldrich offers a number of diethyl ether products. Diethyl ether c 4 h 10 o is a flammable, volatile, and colorless liquid with a sweet taste and characteristic odor. Diethyl ether revision 1 revision date 0804 2015 16. Diethyl ether is considered a good organic extracting solvent because it has a low polarity, according to the university of albertas organic web chem. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. This research use fixed bed reactor that 1 gram of catalyst as bed.
If seeking medical attention provide sds document to physician. Anhydrous dry diethyl ether has a formula of ch3ch2och2ch3. Material safety data sheet diisopropyl ether extrapure. State diethyl ether d10 is not present on state lists from ca, pa, mn, ma, fl, or nj. Diethyl ether cas no 60297 material safety data sheet. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty. The average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal eighthour working day, for a fiveday week. A mixture of liquid air and diethyl ether exploded spontaneously, mca case history. Diethyl ether is highly volatile and extremely flammable as a liquid or vapor. Diethyl ether material safety data sheet cas no 60297. Diethyl ether dee as a renewable diesel fuel created date. Using peroxide test strips, check for peroxides upon opening a can of ether that is over a year old and every six months thereafter. Nitrosyl perchlorate ignites and explodes with diethyl ether. Section 7 handling and storage safe handling procedures.
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